North Cornwall Acting Returning Officers Report · Polling District s: Bude Stratton -Bude NBB 1, N...

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ELECTORAL REGISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATION ACT 2013 (Section 17) Review of Parliamentary Polling Districts and Polling Places North Cornwall County Constituency Report of the Acting Returning Officer concerning the Polling Districts and Polling Places Review 2019 Kate Kennally Acting Returning Officer North Cornwall County Constituency New County Hall Truro TR1 3AY 15 April 2019

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Page 1: North Cornwall Acting Returning Officers Report · Polling District s: Bude Stratton -Bude NBB 1, N BB2 & Bude Stratton-Flexbury and Poughill NBF1 POLLING STATION LOCATION: Parkhouse

ELECTORAL REGISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATION ACT 2013 (Section 17)

Review of Parliamentary Polling Districts and Polling Places

North Cornwall County Constituency

Report of the Acting Returning Officer concerning

the Polling Districts and Polling Places Review 2019

Kate Kennally Acting Returning Officer North Cornwall County Constituency New County Hall Truro TR1 3AY 15 April 2019

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: Altarnun NAN1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Altarnun Village Hall, Altarnun

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Altarnun village. Has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors being in the centre of the village (sharing a site with the village shop) but a significant number will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Some street parking available.

Disabled access Level access into building.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Altarnun Church Hall Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: Altarnun NAN2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Bolventor Reading Room, Bolventor

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Bolventor. Serving a very small electorate, it has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but a few will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the very rural nature of the polling district with its scattered settlements. The facilities for staff are adequate. The building is somewhat run-down but adequate for polling purposes.

Parking Unsurfaced parking area adjacent to building

Disabled access Level access into building but small step in entrance doorway.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Jamaica Inn, Bolventor Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: Lewannick NLK

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Lewannick Village Hall, Lewannick

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Lewannick. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but those from outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Tarmac parking area

Disabled access Ramp access into building from car park otherwise five steps to main entrance.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: Laneast NLT

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Pipers Pool Methodist Sunday School, Pipers Pool

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in Pipers Pool. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but a number from outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to get to it because of the rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Yes.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: North Hill NNL1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

North Hill Village Hall, North Hill

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in the centre of North Hill. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in North Hill village but those from outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Yes, parking area adjacent to building.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

One of two polling stations in the parish of North Hill.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Altarnun Polling District: North Hill NNL2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Coads Green Village And Social Centre, North Hill

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building set back from the main road in Coads Green. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of voters in the village but a significant number from outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the scattered rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Yes, surfaced parking area adjacent to building

Disabled access One step at entrance to building.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

One of two polling stations in the parish of North Hill.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Bodmin St Marys Polling District: Bodmin-St Marys NBN1, NBN2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Marys Parish Centre, St Marys Road, Bodmin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located on the west side of Bodmin. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the town and has good public transport links during the daytime. The facilities for staff are good. The building is large enough for the electorate that votes here.

Parking Yes, surfaced parking area in front of building.

Disabled access Good, level site, wide doorways.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Chy Trevail Current polling station is acceptable for the time being but an additional station located in the main Council Offices serving the new housing developments to the west of the town could be considered as offering more convenient voting facilities for the future.

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Electoral Division: Bodmin St Leonard Polling District: Bodmin-St Leonard NBN3, NBN4

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Conference Suite, Shire House, Mount Folly, Bodmin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known local civic building owned and run by the Town Council. It has been used as a polling building regularly since 2011 when the Public Rooms became unavailable for use.. Although not strictly within the limits of the polling district it is centrally located and close to major bus routes. The room is accessible, comfortable and spacious with good facilities for staff and voters alike. The room is large enough to accommodate four polling stations with appropriate segregation in place.

Parking There is a large pay and display car park (Priory Park) operated by the Town Council situated behind the Shire House complex.

Disabled access Reasonably good. There is a ramp up from the access road although there is no safe, convenient drop-off point close to the entrance for voters arriving by car.

Facilities for staff Excellent

Recommendation Should remain the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

This is also the proposed polling building for electors in NBN5 and NBN6 (Bodmin St Petroc)

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

The Public Rooms, Mount Folly This building is currently undergoing refurbishment prior to conversion into a cinema.

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Electoral Division: Bodmin St Petroc Polling District: Bodmin-St Petroc NBN5, NBN6 POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Conference Suite, Shire House, Mount Folly, Bodmin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known local civic building owned and run by the Town Council. It has been used as a polling building regularly since 2011 when the Public Rooms became unavailable for use.. The building is centrally located and close to major bus routes. The room is accessible, comfortable and spacious with good facilities for staff and voters alike. The room is large enough to accommodate four polling stations with appropriate segregation.

Parking There is a large pay and display car park (Priory Park) operated by the Town Council situated behind the Shire House complex.

Disabled access Reasonably good. There is a ramp up from the access road although there is no safe, convenient drop-off point close to the entrance for voters arriving by car.

Facilities for staff Excellent

Recommendation Should remain the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

This is also the proposed polling building for electors in NBN3 and NBN4 (Bodmin St Petroc)

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

The Public Rooms, Mount Folly This building is currently undergoing refurbishment prior to conversion into a cinema.

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Electoral Division: Bude Polling Districts: Bude Stratton-Bude NBB1, NBB2 & Bude Stratton-Flexbury and Poughill NBF1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Parkhouse Centre, Ergue-Gaberic Way, Bude

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known multi-purpose community building located close to the centre of Bude. It has been used as a polling place for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the town. It has good public transport links during the daytime. A number of electors – particularly those from Flexbury - will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the large size of both polling districts. The facilities for staff are very good. The Ivor Potter Hall, in particular, is comfortably large enough to accommodate up to four stations with appropriate segregation in place.

Parking Small parking area at front of building and large public car parks (pay and display) within 50 yards.

Disabled access Excellent, level access, ramp to entrance, wide doorways, toilets.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

The closure of Flexbury Methodist Church Hall in early 2011 has, in the absence of a more suitable alternative location, meant using the Parkhouse Centre as a polling station for the voters of Flexbury (NBF1). While recognising that this arrangement is not entirely satisfactory, as it entails a longer journey and is less convenient for voters, it is, for the time being, the only viable option unless the Council wishes to site a temporary building in Flexbury (Crooklets Beach car park being one option). Until such time as suitable alternative premises become available, the Parkhouse Centre with its excellent facilities should be the polling station for NBF1 as well as NBB.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Tourist Information Centre (Education Room)

Premises not really large enough and facilities not as good for voters. Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Bude Polling District: Bude Stratton-Flexbury and Poughill NBF2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Poughill Village Hall, Poughill, Bude

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located on the main road in the village. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village. It has reasonable public transport links during the daytime. A small number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the geographical spread of the polling district. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Small parking area at front of building and free public car park about 300 metres distant.

Disabled access Steps to entrance but separate access to rear of building.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling District: Camelford NCD

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Camelford Hall, Clease Road, Camelford

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known public building located on the eastern side of town. It has been used as a polling place for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in Camelford. It has good public transport links during the daytime. A small number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Aside from the main hall, there are other rooms available that can be used for polling purposes at by-elections. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Free public car park immediately in front of the buildings.

Disabled access Good level access.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Polling building is also used to accommodate polling stations for voters in NAT (Advent) and NFR1 (Tintagel)

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Souls Harbour Church Adjacent to Camelford (Clease) Hall. Has previously been used as an alternative polling place for a by-election scheduled for a day when the Hall was unavailable. Lighting from the car park to the entrance is poor.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling District: St Clether NCR

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Clether Church Rooms, Church Hill, St Clether

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in the village. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years, serving a small electorate. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this rural area. Public transport links are poor. Most electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Small parking area adjacent to building.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance, ramp available for wheelchair access.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet facilities; also hot water and sink in room.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling District: Davidstow NDW

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Davidstow Methodist Sunday School, Tremail, Davidstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the village and surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district. Public transport links are poor. A small number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking On street parking on quiet country lane.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance, wheelchair access possible.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling Districts: Tremaine NTE1 Tresmeer NTR

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Tresmeer Village Hall, Tresmeer, Launceston

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the village and surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district. Public transport links are poor. A lot of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Large parking area.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance, wheelchair access possible.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling District: Tremaine NTE2 Treneglos NTS2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Canworthy Water Methodist Sunday School

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Canworthy Water and surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Unsurfaced parking area nearby.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used as the location for polling stations in Poundstock and Tintagel Electoral Divisions.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Camelford Polling District: Treneglos NTS1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Warbstow Community Hall, Warbstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known large modern building serving voters in Warbstow and surrounding rural area. The Hall and adjoining room have been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means almost all electors must use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Excellent paved parking area close to entrance.

Disabled access Ramp to wide entrance (double doors). Side entrance path is poorly maintained

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Grenville and Stratton Polling District: Bude Stratton-Stratton NBS

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Stratton Community Hall, Stratton

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Stratton. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but those electors living on the fringes of the urban area will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are adequate in daytime. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Limited on-street parking nearby. Public car park (free) 400 yards.

Disabled access Adequate for wheelchair users via main entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Grenville and Stratton Polling District: Kilkhampton NKN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Grenville Rooms, Kilkhampton

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building in residential area serving voters in Kilkhampton. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but a number of electors outside the large village will have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport links. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Surfaced parking area on-site.

Disabled access Good.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Grenville and Stratton Polling District: Launcells NLS

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Launcells New Parish Hall, Launcells

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Launcells. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but owing to the rural nature of the parish a significant number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport links. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Surfaced parking area adjacent to hall.

Disabled access Good.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Grenville and Stratton Polling District: Morwenstow NMO

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Morwenstow Community Centre, Morwenstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known modern building serving voters in Morwenstow. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but owing to the rural nature of this large scattered parish a significant number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport links. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Large parking area adjacent to hall.

Disabled access Good level access, no steps

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Blisland NBL

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Blisland Village Hall, Blisland

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Blisland parish. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but owing to the rural nature of the parish, many electors will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport is not available. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Limited parking area in front of hall and street parking.

Disabled access Adequate, slightly sloping, no steps.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

The Old School, Blisland Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Cardinham NCM

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Cardinham Parish Hall, Cardinham

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Cardinham parish. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but owing to the rural nature of the parish, many electors will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport is very limited. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Gravelled parking area to front and sides of hall.

Disabled access Five steps to main entrance, separate wheelchair access (ramp) to side.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Helland NHD

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Helland Village Hall, Helland

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Helland. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village but owing to the rural and steep hilly nature of the parish, quite a few electors, even those living close by, will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. No public transport available. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Surfaced parking area to rear sufficient for several vehicles at a time.

Disabled access One small step at main entrance, narrow corridor leading to main hall.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Lanhydrock NLA

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Lanhydrock Memorial Hall, Lanhydrock

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known community building serving voters in Lanhydrock. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the area but owing to the rural nature of the parish, quite a few electors will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport available. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Good surfaced parking area.

Disabled access Separate wheelchair access.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Lanivet NLV1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

One For All Community Hall, Rectory Rd, Lanivet, Bodmin PL30 5HG

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Situated on a level approach, just a few hundred metres from the Old Parish Hall, which it replaces, this newly constructed community building is ideally situated to serve voters in Lanivet village, being convenient for most and within walking distance for many. Public transport available nearby. The facilities for staff are very good.

Parking Large car park with free parking

Disabled access Ramp to main entrance, wide doorways.

Facilities for staff Excellent modern toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should become the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Replaces Lanivet Old Parish Hall as a community hub, offering better facilities all-round.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Lanivet C P School New polling place is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Lanivet NLV2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Nanstallon Methodist Church, Nanstallon

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Nanstallon. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the area but owing to the rural nature of this part of the parish, a few electors will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport available. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Small surfaced parking area in driveway otherwise on-street available.

Disabled access Separate wheelchair access to side of building.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Lanivet NLV3

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Tregainlands Park, Washaway

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Situated on the edge of the polling district on private land (a caravan park). The polling station is a temporary one (usually a caravan supplied by the Park owners). It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. This polling arrangement is convenient for the majority of electors in this relatively sparsely populated area, in the absence of a more suitable alternative. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are poor.

Parking Parking area.

Disabled access Poor.

Facilities for staff Portable toilet facilities provided. Food preparation area.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

The nearest alternative polling building is at Nanstallon. This is nearly two miles away down a steep and windy country lane.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Lanivet and Blisland Polling District: Withiel NWL

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Withiel Village Hall, Withiel, Bodmin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known large community building serving voters in Withiel. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the area but owing to the rural nature of this part of the parish, some electors will inevitably need to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Large surfaced car park serving the hall.

Disabled access Excellent.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston Central Polling District: Launceston-Central NLC1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Thomas The Apostle Church Hall, Riverside, St Stephens, Launceston

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known church hall building which is centrally located in Launceston. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for and close to the majority of electors in this part of the town and has reasonable public transport links during the daytime. The facilities for staff are good. The building is large enough for the number of voters in this polling district.

Parking On-street parking, public car parks within walking distance.

Disabled access Good, level site, wide doorways.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston Central Polling District: Launceston-Central NLC2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Town Hall, Western Road, Launceston

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known civic building which is centrally located in Launceston, close to the main shopping area. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the town and has good public transport links during the daytime. Voters living on the edge of town may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are very good. The main hall is sufficiently large to accommodate two or more polling stations with appropriate segregation.

Parking Large public car park nearby.

Disabled access Good, level site, wide automatic doors.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

It is proposed to continue using this polling building for electors in Launceston South (NLSH1 and NLSH2), too.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Central Methodist Hall Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: Boyton NBT

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Boyton Parish Church Hall, Boyton

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Boyton. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. As it is a rural area, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Limited.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Boyton Village Hall Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: Egloskerry NEY

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Egloskerry Village Hall, Egloskerry

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Egloskerry. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. As it is a rural area, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Small parking area (not level) with space for four or five vehicles next to hall.

Disabled access Ramp to entrance facilitating access for wheelchair users.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: Launceston-Launceston North NLN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Stephens Parish Hall, St Stephens

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in the northern part of Launceston. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the town and has good public transport links during the daytime. Owing to the hilly topography of the polling district, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good. The building is large enough to accommodate the number of voters in the polling district.

Parking Adjacent, enough space for approx ten vehicles (no reserved disabled).

Disabled access Good.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: North Petherwin NNP

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

North Petherwin Parish Hall, North Petherwin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in North Petherwin. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this area. Owing to the rural nature of the polling district, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Off road parking to front.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: St Stephens by Launceston Rural NSL

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Langore Village Hall, Langore

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in Langore. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this area. A significant number of voters may need to use some form of transport to get to the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Adequate.

Disabled access Good.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: St Thomas The Apostle Rural NTL

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Tregadillett Church Hall, Tregadillett

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known modern building located just off the main thoroughfare through Tregadillett. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this area. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Small parking area at rear of building.

Disabled access Good level access.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston North and North Petherwin

Polling District: Werrington NWN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Yeolmbridge Methodist Sunday School, Ladycross

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in the parish of Werrington, on the B3254. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this area. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Lay-by off main road to front suitable for up to five or six vehicles.

Disabled access Good level access.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Launceston South Polling District: Launceston-Launceston South NLSH1, NLSH2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Town Hall, Western Road, Launceston

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known civic building which is centrally located in Launceston, close to the main shopping area, although just outside this polling district. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the town and has good public transport links during the daytime. Voters living on the edge of town may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are very good. The main hall is sufficiently large to accommodate up to three polling stations with suitable demarcation arrangements in place.

Parking Large public car park nearby.

Disabled access Good, level site, wide automatic doors.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

It is proposed to continue using this building as a polling station for electors in Launceston Central (NLC2).

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Central Methodist Hall Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Padstow Polling District: St Merryn NMY

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Merryn Parish Hall, St Merryn

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in St Merryn. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. As the polling district also encompasses an essentially rural area, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Large surfaced car park.

Disabled access Separate entrance with ramp.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Padstow Polling District: Padstow-Trevone NPW1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Trevone Village Hall, Trevone Road

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the village of Trevone and surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this relatively compact polling district but the essentially rural nature of this part of the Padstow parish coupled with the fact Trevone is a long straggling village situated along narrow roads means most electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Although there is a bus stop opposite, public transport links are not particularly good. The facilities for staff and voters are reasonably good.

Parking Limited parking area alongside. On road parking restricted immediately outside the building

Disabled access Adequate

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Padstow Polling District: Padstow-Padstow NPW2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Music Room, Padstow School, Trevone Road, Trevone

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known school building which is located close to the outskirts of Padstow. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is light and modern and convenient for the majority of electors. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. Although part of the school complex, access to the Music Room is separate from the entrance to the main school building. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Yes.

Disabled access Excellent.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

A security guard is employed to prevent public access to the main school building during school hours so lessons are undisturbed

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Padstow Polling District: Padstow-Padstow NPW3

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Petroc Church Rooms, Church Street, Padstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Recently demolished and rebuilt, this is a well-known building located in a side street just off the centre of Padstow. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors and now offers improved modern facilities. Despite its urban location, a small number of voters may still need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Yes, own car park, with ample parking.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

St Johns Methodist Church Hall Used twice in 2017 when the Church Rooms were under redevelopment. This is a more than suitable alternative polling place should the need arise again.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: St Gennys NGS1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Legion Hall, St Gennys

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known public building located in St Gennys parish. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. Occupying an isolated position in this sparsely populated part of the parish, the polling building is not especially convenient for the majority of electors but it is the only place available otherwise voters would be forced to travel even further. Most voters will therefore need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Parking area to front of building.

Disabled access One step to entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: St Gennys NGS2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Institute, Higher Crackington

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known public building located in St Gennys parish. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years, Its location in Higher Crackington means the polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. A number of voters will still need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Parking area to front of building (unsurfaced).

Disabled access Good, ramp to entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Jacobstow NJW1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Jacobstow Parish Hall, Jacobstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known public building located in Jacobstow. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years; its location means the polling building is fairly convenient for the majority of electors. A number of voters may still need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Car Park (inc disabled parking bays near entrance) with floodlighting.

Disabled access Adequate, shallow step at entrance.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Jacobstow NJW2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Canworthy Water Methodist Sunday School

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Canworthy Water and surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. Although the electorate is small, this polling place currently serves voters in three parishes and three electoral divisions. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will inevitably have to use some form of private transport to vote. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Unsurfaced parking area nearby.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also serves as the location for polling stations in Camelford and Tintagel Electoral Divisions

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Marhamchurch NMA1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Marhamchurch Methodist Sunday School, Marhamchurch

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Marhamchurch and the surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are reasonable in the daytime. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Unsurfaced parking area nearby.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling Districts: Marhamchurch NMA2 & Poundstock NPK2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Beach House, Widemouth Bay

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known landmark building under new ownership located on the foreshore at Widemouth Bay serving voters in Marhamchurch and Poundstock parishes. A section of the café/restarurant area has previously been used for polling purposes but continued development of the business may affect this. The polling station is relatively convenient for the majority of electors in these polling districts with little else available. Quite a few if not most electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Limited public transport links in the daytime. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Car park adjacent.

Disabled access Reasonably good into the premises. The building is set apart from the main residential areas in Widemouth Bay and pedestrians need to negotiate a narrow pavement running alongside Marine Drive in order to reach the station. In places, the path is often covered in a thin layer of sand blown in from the nearby beach.

Facilities for staff Good toilets and but no kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Some internal screening of the polling station located in the café is required to separate voters from bed and breakfast customers.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Trelawney Tea Rooms Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: North Tamerton NNT

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Victory Hall, North Tamerton

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in North Tamerton and the surrounding rural area bordering the county of Devon. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are generally poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Parking area near bus shelter.

Disabled access Separate access from lane possible.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Poundstock NPK1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Bangors Methodist Church, Bangors

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Bangors and the surrounding parish of Poundstock. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. Located close to the junction with the A39, the polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are reasonable in daytime (bus stop nearby). The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Parking area on site in front of building.

Disabled access Ramp to main doors.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Poundstock Parish Hall Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Whitstone NWH

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Annes Parish Hall, Whitstone

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known community building serving voters in the parish of Whitstone. Located slightly to the north of the village alongside the B3257, it has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are reasonable in daytime – six/seven buses each way on the Bude/Launceston route. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Car park behind the building.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Poundstock Polling District: Week St Mary NWY

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Week St Mary Parish Hall, Week St Mary

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the parish of Week St. Mary. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Parking area alongside.

Disabled access Adequate

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: St Breock NBK

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Royal Showground, Whitecross, Wadebridge

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Site building located inside the main entrance to the Royal Showground. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. Although small, the polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. There is a fairly frequent bus service stopping at the Showground. However, as St Breock is largely a rural parish, away from established bus routes, most voters will need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Parking area.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

This building is unavailable during Royal Cornwall Show (late May and early June). For the parliamentary election in June 2017, the polling station was relocated to the Town Hall in Wadebridge.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: Egloshayle-Egloshayle South NEE2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Tregainlands Park, Washaway

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Situated on the edge of the polling district on private land (caravan park). Adjacent to main AThe polling station is a temporary building (caravan or mobile unit). It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. This polling arrangement is convenient for the majority of electors in this relatively sparsely populated area, in the absence of a more suitable alternative. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are poor.

Parking Parking area.

Disabled access Poor.

Facilities for staff Portable toilet facilities provided. Food preparation area.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

The nearest alternative polling station at Nanstallon, which is nearly two miles away in a different parish. It is also proposed to use this facility as the polling station for voters in NLV3.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling Districts: St Eval NEL & St Ervan NER2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Eval Community Centre

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Modern building located in St Eval. The ommunity centre building has proven to be an excellent polling place. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. A number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are very good.

Parking Good.

Disabled access Good.

Facilities for staff Excellent.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: St Ervan NER1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Ervan Parish Hall, Churchtown, St Ervan

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in St. Ervan parish. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. St Ervan being a rural parish, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Good.

Disabled access Adequate, one shallow step at entrance.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: St Issey NIY

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Issey Village Hall, Gardeners Way, St Issey

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in St. Issey parish. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors. St Issey being a rural parish, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Large car park adjacent to building.

Disabled access Very good, ramp to entrance.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

St Issey Institute, Churchtown Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: St Mabyn NMN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Mabyn Memorial Hall, St Mabyn

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in St Mabyn parish. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district. St Mabyn being a rural parish, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking On-street parking.

Disabled access Good, no steps.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Issey and St Tudy Polling District: St Tudy NTY

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Tudy Village Hall, St Tudy

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in St Tudy. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling building is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district. St Tudy being a rural parish, a number of voters may need to use some form of transport to visit the polling station. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Large car parking area.

Disabled access Good, level site, ramp to entrance.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable for purpose.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling District: St Endellion NEN1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Port Isaac Village Hall, Trewetha Lane, Port Isaac

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building in the centre of Port Isaac. The hall is a popular and well-used focal point for the local community. Replaces St Peters Church Rooms which closed in early 2015. The Village Hall was used as the replacement polling station in the village for three out of the four national and local polls held since then. Set on a steep bank above a narrow access road, the spacious hall is convenient for the majority of electors in the village and surrounding area but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are reasonable in the daytime. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Public car parks about 300 metres away.

Disabled access Steep steps to entrance with rail Village Hall Committee has installed a unique access lift system to carry voters up to the hall entrance and back down again.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should become as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling District: St Endellion NEN2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Trelights Methodist Church School Room, Trelights

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Trelights. It has been used as a polling station in the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but inevitably in a scattered rural area a majority of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are reasonably adequate.

Parking Street parking only

Disabled access Steps (uneven) to entrance mitigated by portable ramp.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling District: St Kew-Pendoggett NKW3

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Kew Parish Hall, Churchtown, St Kew

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in St Kew village and surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Public car parks nearby.

Disabled access Sloping approach. Steps (uneven) to entrance mitigated by portable ramp.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used as polling station for voters in NKW2 (Wadebridge East)

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling District: St Minver Highlands NMH1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Perceval Institute, St Minver

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in St Minver village and the surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Car park on site.

Disabled access Good. Marked disabled parking bays close to separate (level) entrance.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling Districts: St Minver Highlands NMH2 & St Minver Lowlands NML2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Marine Wildlife Centre, Coronation Gardens, Polzeath

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Polzeath and the surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is small but convenient for the majority of electors. Inevitably, a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are not particularly good and the inside space is cramped..

Parking Public car park nearby.

Disabled access Adequate, shallow step at entrance.

Facilities for staff No toilet and kitchen facilities available. Public toilets nearby.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Polling building is used by voters in two separate parishes.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Minver and St Endellion Polling District: St Minver Lowlands NML1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Rock Village Institute, Rock

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in Rock and the surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Small car park (capacity seven or eight vehicles) adjacent.

Disabled access Adequate. Parking area slopes.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Rock Methodist Church This would be an adequate replacement – and has been used or polling in the recent past when the Institute was unavailable - but the current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Teath and St Breward Polling District: Advent NAT

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Camelford Hall, Clease Road, Camelford

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located on the eastern side of town. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in Camelford. It has good public transport links during the daytime. A small number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Free public car park immediately in front of the buildings.

Disabled access Good level access.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used in Camelford division as main polling station for the town.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Souls Harbour Church Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: ST TEATH AND ST BREWARD Polling District: St Breward NBW

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Breward Methodist Sunday School, St Breward

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the parish of St Breward. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Street parking nearby.

Disabled access Adequate (with ramp).

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Teath and St Breward Polling District: Michaelstow NMI

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Treveighan Methodist Sunday School, Treveighan

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the parish of Michaelstow. The Sunday School is positioned on a narrow country lane. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this, sparsely populated polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Roadside parking in narrow lane supplemented by small parking area nearby.

Disabled access Not especially good - step up to the room used for polling, narrow doorways.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Teath and St Breward Polling District: St Teath-St Teath NTH1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Teath Church Hall, St Teath

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the St. Teath Ward of the parish of St. Teath. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this village and surrounding area but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Tarmac car parking area immediately in front of the building.

Disabled access Good, separate wheelchair access via ramp.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

St. Teath Village Hall Smaller than Church Hall. Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: St Teath and St Breward Polling District: St Teath-Delabole NTH2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Johns Church Community Rooms, Delabole

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Situated alongside the long main street (B3314), this well-known local building is geographically well placed within the sprawling polling district and close to bus routes.

Parking Lay by on opposite side of the road provides adequate parking for a large number of vehicles

Disabled access Dropped kerb from main road; path rises gently to side entrance used by all voters with level access to building

Facilities for staff Adequate

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Delabole Childrens Centre Current polling station is acceptable

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: Lawhitton NLL

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Lawhitton Parish Hall, Lawhitton

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in Lawhitton. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the parish. Public transport links are limited. It is accepted that many electors especially those outside the village will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are acceptable.

Parking Car park (unmade surface) next to building.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: Lezant NLZ

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Trebullett Methodist Church

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in the parish of Lezant. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. This polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the parish. Public transport links are limited. In view of the rural nature of the parish, it is accepted that many electors, especially those living outside the village of Trebullett, will have to rely on some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are acceptable.

Parking Parking on tarmac driveway adjacent to building.

Disabled access Adequate. Level entrance and wide door way.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: Stoke Climsland NSD1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Stoke Climsland Parish Hall, Stoke Climsland

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known community building located in Stoke Climsland village. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is one of three in this large parish and serves voters in the immediate vicinity of the village. Public transport links are poor. It is accepted that many electors especially those outside the village will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are acceptable.

Parking Free parking 100 yards, on-street parking.

Disabled access Adequate. Portable ramp to allow wheelchair access via main entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: Stoke Climsland NSD2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Luckett Institute And Social Club

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located in Luckett. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is one of two in this large parish and serves voters in the village and immediate surrounding countryside. Public transport links are very poor. It is accepted that many electors particularly those outside the village will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are acceptable.

Parking Parking area 75 yards.

Disabled access Rather poor. Building is situated on a steeply rising country lane. Narrow entrance and steps up from street level. A portable ramp is impractical and potentially hazardous as egress is directly onto/from the road.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

At the 2009 elections, instead of using the Institute, a modular building unit was sited in the nearby car park as a temporary polling station but it proved unpopular with voters and poll staff alike.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: South Petherwin NSN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

South Petherwin Methodist Sunday School, South Petherwin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Recently reopened. This is a well-known building located on the road leading into the village of South Petherwin. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years except for the short period when it closed for rebuilding works. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this parish. Public transport links are not especially good. It is accepted that most electors will have to rely on some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Car park across the road, and some parking outside the building available.

Disabled access One shallow step at main entrance, separate disabled (wheelchair) entrance and toilet facility.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Village Hall Current polling station is acceptable and its facilities better. The village hall is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac with limited parking available

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Electoral Division: Stokeclimsland Polling District: Trewen NTN

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Pipers Pool Methodist Sunday School, Pipers Pool

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building which is located in Pipers Pool. It has been used as the polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but a number from outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote because of the rural nature of the polling district. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Yes.

Disabled access Adequate.

Facilities for staff Toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used for the polling station for NLT in the Altarnun Division.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling District: Forrabury and Minster NFR1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Camelford Hall, Clease Road, Camelford

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building located on the eastern side of the town. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in Camelford but those living in this polling district will have to use some form of transport to vote. It has some public transport links during the daytime. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Free public car park immediately in front of the buildings.

Disabled access Good level access.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used in the St Teath & St Breward division.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling Districts: Forrabury and Minster NFR2 & Trevalga NTA

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Village Hall, Gunpool Lane, Boscastle

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building on the edge of Boscastle serving voters in the village and the neighbouring parish of Trevalga. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this part of the Forrabury and Minster parish. Public transport links are not particularly good and it is accepted that some electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Small car park next to building.

Disabled access Good - separate wheelchair access.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Boscastle Community and Recreation Centre

Current polling station is acceptable but this would make a good alternative.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling Districts: St Juliot NJT & Lesnewth NLH & Otterham NOM

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Otterham And St. Juliot Hall, Otterham

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the parishes of St. Juliot, Lesnewth and Otterham. It has been used as a polling station for these areas for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors. In such a rural area, public transport links are poor or non-existent and it is accepted that most electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Car park next to building.

Disabled access Adequate, ramp to entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling District: Tintagel NTI

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Tintagel Social Hall, Tintagel

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in the village of Tintagel. Centrally located, it has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors. Public transport links are adequate in daytime. It is accepted that some electors, especially those living outside the village will have to use some form of transport to get to the polling station to vote. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Car park next to building with marked bays.

Disabled access Reserved disabled parking next to entrance; level access for wheelchair users.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling District: Warbstow NWW1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Warbstow Community Hall, Warbstow

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known large modern building serving voters in Warbstow and surrounding rural area. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Excellent paved parking area close to entrance.

Disabled access Ramp to wide main entrance (double doors). The entrance to the side is uneven and the lighting is not good

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used as a polling station for voters in NTS1 (Camelford).

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Tintagel Polling District: Warbstow NWW2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Canworthy Water Methodist Sunday School

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in (part of) Warbstow parish. It has been used as a polling station for the area for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in this polling district but the rural nature of the area means a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote, but still closer for most to come here than vote at Warbstow Community Hall. Public transport links are very poor. The facilities for staff are adequate.

Parking Unsurfaced parking area nearby.

Disabled access Two steps to front entrance.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used as the location for polling stations in Camelford and Poundstock Electoral Divisions.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Wadebridge East Polling District: Egloshayle-Egloshayle North NEE1, NEE3 & Wadebridge-Wadebridge East NWE1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

Wadebridge Camels Rugby Club, Egloshayle Road, Wadebridge

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building (club house) situated at the local rugby club serving voters on the east side of Wadebridge and part of neighbouring Egloshayle parish. It has been used as a polling station for the area for more than ten years now. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in these polling districts but it is acknowledged that electors living in the outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are usually very good during daytime (bus stop nearby). The facilities for staff are very good.

Parking Large parking area (recently surfaced).

Disabled access Excellent – level site, parking available close to entrance.

Facilities for staff Excellent toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

The Rugby Club offers excellent facilities for voters.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Egloshayle Village Hall, Wadebridge Town Hall

Current polling station is acceptable. An alternative location would mean a longer journey for a greater number of voters than the present arrangement entails.

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Electoral Division: Wadebridge East Polling District: St Kew-St Kew Highway NKW1

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Community Hall, St Kew Highway, Bodmin

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building situated in the heart of the small community of St. Kew Highway serving local voters in this part of the sprawling parish of St. Kew. It has been used as a polling station for the area for some years now. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors in the village districts but a number of electors in outlying areas will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are adequate during daytime (bus stop nearby). The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Small gravelled parking area to front.

Disabled access Excellent, separate entrance (wide doorway) to side of building for wheelchair users via ramp.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Wadebridge East Polling District: St Kew-St Kew Highway NKW2

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

St Kew Parish Hall, Churchtown, St Kew

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known building serving voters in St Kew village and surrounding area. It has been used as a polling station for many years. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors but inevitably a number of electors will have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are poor. The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Public car parks nearby

Disabled access Sloping approach. Steps (uneven) to entrance mitigated by portable ramp.

Facilities for staff Adequate toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Also used as polling station for voters in NKW3 (St Minver and St Endellion). This arrangement to continue.

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

None identified Current polling station is acceptable.

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Electoral Division: Wadebridge West Polling District: Wadebridge-Wadebridge West NWE2, NWE3

POLLING STATION LOCATION:

The Town Hall, The Platt, Wadebridge

RETURNING OFFICER COMMENTS:

Location & suitability Well known civic building situated in the centre of Wadebridge. It has been used as a polling station for the town for some years now. The polling station is convenient for the majority of electors on the west bank of the river and within comfortable walking distance for most. A number of electors in outlying areas of the town will probably have to use some form of transport to vote. Public transport links are reasonably good during daytime and early evening (bus stops nearby). The facilities for staff are good.

Parking Public car parks (pay and display) within 50 yards. Pelican crossing almost opposite entrance.

Disabled access Adequate. Steps to main entrance but separate entrance running along the side of building with door into main hall for wheelchair users.

Facilities for staff Good toilet and kitchen facilities available.

Recommendation Should remain as the polling station for the area.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS: REASONS FOR NOT USING PREMISES

Wadebridge Library The library has better access for disabled but it is otherwise too small to accommodate two polling stations (sometimes three if polling day is the same time as Royal Cornwall Show) and would have to stay closed on polling day.

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